Candy Grapes Recipe
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4.6
Candy Grapes Recipe
Description
This Candy Grapes recipe involves washing and removing stems from chilled green seedless grapes, then coating them with a mixture of lime juice and water to help the gelatin powder adhere. Each grape is impaled on a toothpick and rolled through different flavors of dry gelatin powder to create a candy-like coating. The gelatin hardens slightly as the grapes rest on parchment paper, forming a thin, flavorful crust while keeping the inside juicy and fresh.
The resulting snack offers a crisp and colorful contrast to the natural sweetness and juiciness of the grapes. This no-bake, chilled recipe works well as a refreshing party treat or unique dessert element.
Candy grapes should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months to retain their texture and flavor. To serve, enjoy them soon after coating to preserve the gelatin crust's crispness.
Ingredients
- 1 pound green grapes chilled, seedless
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (from 1 lime)
- ½ cup water
- 15 ounces Jell-O mix any flavor (5 boxes, dry
Instructions
- Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Pour the gelatin flavors into 5 separate small bowls.
- Remove the stems and wash grapes.
- In a large bowl, add the grapes and water. Squeeze in the lime juice and toss to coat. Make sure grapes are wet.
- Place each grape on a toothpick then roll and dredge through gelatin, alternating colors.
- Place on prepared sheet to set up. Gelatin will dry slightly.
- Eat immediately or chill on sheet in a single layer.
Notes
- Keep the grapes well chilled before and after coating for best texture and flavor.
- Store candy grapes in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Removing stems makes dipping and dipping easier and safer while eating.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 243 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 243kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 59g | 20% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 250mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 116mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 55g | 110% |
| Vitamin A | 39IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.6
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